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Disclaimer

This information is intended for educational purposes, to promote exercise and foster discussion. It is necessary to seek professional medical evaluation and clearance before beginning any exercise program. Further, it is well-advised to seek professional fitness instruction when engaging in new physical activity.

Agreement of release and waiver of liability:

I hereby agree to the following:

1. That I am participating in the ScubaFit® Diver Course offered in person and/or on the internet by ScubaFit® LLC, Gretchen M. Ashton and Stephen Mendel during which I will receive information and instruction about health and fitness for SCUBA diving. I recognize that fitness programs require physical exertion which may be strenuous and may cause physical injury, and I am fully aware of the risks and hazards involved.

2. I understand that it is my responsibility to consult with a physician prior to and regarding my participation in the ScubaFit® Diver Course offered in person and/or on the internet by ScubaFit® LLC, Gretchen M. Ashton and Stephen Mendel, and I represent and warrant that I am physically fit and I have no medical condition which would prevent my full participation in the ScubaFit® Diver Course offered in person and/or on the internet by ScubaFit® LLC, Gretchen M. Ashton and Stephen Mendel.

3. In consideration of being permitted to participate in the ScubaFit® Diver Course offered in person and/or on the internet by ScubaFit® LLC, Gretchen M. Ashton and Stephen Mendel, I agree to assume full responsibility for any risks, injuries or damages, known or unknown, which I might incur as a result of participating in ScubaFit® Diver Course.

4. In further consideration of being permitted to participate in the ScubaFit® Diver Course offered in person and/or on the internet by ScubaFit® LLC, Gretchen M. Ashton and Stephen Mendel, I knowingly, voluntarily and expressly waive any claim I may have against ScubaFit® LLC, Gretchen M. Ashton and Stephen Mendel for injury or damages that I may sustain as a result of participating in the ScubaFit® Diver Course.

5. I, my heirs or legal representatives forever release, waive, discharge and covenant not to sue ScubaFit® LLC, Gretchen M. Ashton and Stephen Mendel for any injury or death caused by their negligence or other acts.

6. I have read the above release and waiver of liability and fully understand its contents.

I voluntarily agree to the terms and conditions stated above.